Best Daycare Centers in Baton Rouge, LA
Compare 195 daycare centers in Baton Rouge. Average rating: 4.27/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana at a glance
- Daycares
- 195
- Avg rating
- 4.27/5
- Parent reviews
- 693
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 63
Baton Rouge has 195 licensed daycares with 693 parent reviews averaging 4.27/5.63 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 57% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 70812 (avg 5 stars), while 70806 has the largest selection (36 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Baton Rouge
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Donna'S Guardian Angel Daycare And Learning Center4.64 score5(9)
5557 Halsey Street, Baton Rouge, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children
Parents consistently praise Donna's Guardian Angel Daycare for its caring, family-like environment and trustworthy staff led by owner Mrs. Linda. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety focus, and individualized attention to children, with many families using it as a long-term childcare partner. Staff retention is exceptionally high, with several employees having worked there 10+ years.
Caring and attentive staffclean facilitysafety-orientedtreats children like family members - 2Alphabet Soup Learning Center4.64 score4.8(20)
15025 Old Jefferson, Baton Rouge, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children
Alphabet Soup Learning Center receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong child development, smooth daily operations, and a welcoming sense of community. The owner Bobbi and her team are noted for their genuine care, regular communication with families, and commitment to each child's wellbeing.
Caring and attentive staffchild development and learning outcomeswarm and safe environmentsmooth drop-off and pick-up - 3Nursery Rhyme, INC.4.64 score4.9(12)
3590 Jones Creek Road, Baton Rouge, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children
Nursery Rhyme, Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are well-cared for, respected, and learning significantly. Parents frequently mention the caring and dedicated staff, particularly noting teachers Laura and Judy by name. Many families have multi-year enrollments and some represent multi-generational attendance.
caring and dedicated staffstrong curriculumacademic learning outcomesfamily-like atmosphere - 4University Baptist Church Child Development Center4.62 score5(8)
203 Leeward Drive, Baton Rouge, LA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Parents praise the facility's beautiful and safe campus with friendly, welcoming staff and congregation. The center is described as a warm, inclusive, and loving environment located in a residential area near LSU.
Beautiful facilitysafe campusfriendly staffwelcoming congregation - 5Elm Grove Baptist Church Child Development Center4.6 score4.8(15)
1069 North Thirty-Eighth Street, Baton Rouge, LA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 76 children
Reviews are primarily about the church facility rather than the daycare center specifically. The one relevant comment mentions positive childhood daycare experience. Overall, the facility receives praise for its welcoming community and religious services.
Welcoming and friendly congregationpositive childhood daycare experiencestrong community programs - 6Rhema Christian Learning Center4.59 score4.8(14)
7850 Plank Road, Baton Rouge, LA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 87 children
Parents consistently praise RHEMA Christian Learning Center for its caring, qualified staff and positive learning environment. The facility is commended for combining academic instruction with Christian values, foreign language education, and affordable pricing. Parents report their children are excited to attend and experience measurable academic growth.
Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculumforeign language instructionChristian/religious education - 7Kiddie Kingdom Daycare And Learning Center4.56 score4.7(20)
5224 North Flannery, Baton Rouge, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children
Parents consistently praise Mini Miracles 24hr Child Care & Early Learning Center for its clean, welcoming facility and caring staff who provide excellent communication through the Bright Wheel app. Multiple reviewers highlight how the center helped them transition back to work with peace of mind, noting their children are happy, safe, and making developmental progress. The 24-hour availability and inclusive amenities like meals and diapers are also frequently mentioned as valuable features.
Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and nurturing staffdaily updates via Bright Wheel app with pictures and videos24-hour service availability - 8Antioch Christian Academy4.55 score4.9(8)
6538 Mickens Road, Baton Rouge, LA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
Reviews praise Antioch Christian Academy as a welcoming religious facility with strong spiritual leadership and worship experiences. Parents consistently express satisfaction with the church community and atmosphere. One review provided no comment.
Strong religious/spiritual environmentdynamic leadership and preachingactive choirwelcoming community - 9Greater New Guide Learning Academy4.55 score4.9(8)
3328 Adams Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 348 children
Parents consistently praise Greater New Guide Learning Academy for its caring staff and welcoming environment. Reviews highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and appreciate the faith-based curriculum centered on God's word. The facility maintains a 4.9/5 rating with overwhelmingly positive feedback.
nice stafffamily-like atmospherereligious/faith-based teachingprayer emphasis - 10Millerville Academy4.53 score4.7(16)
871 O'Neal Lane, Baton Rouge, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children
Parents praise Millerville Academy (operating as Charity Christian Preschool) for its caring staff, Christian-based curriculum, and holistic approach to early childhood development. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and thriving academically and spiritually. The director and teachers are consistently described as warm, attentive, and passionate about each child's individual growth.
Compassionate and passionate staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong Chri
Rating Distribution
Based on 111 daycares with Google ratings in Baton Rouge
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 693 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Baton Rouge, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Baton Rouge zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70812 | 6 | 5 | 1 | |
| 70811 | 14 | 4.67 | 6 | |
| 70815 | 8 | 4.6 | 3 | |
| 70809 | 6 | 4.52 | 4 | |
| 70814 | 11 | 4.43 | 2 | |
| 70802 | 32 | 4.39 | 15 | |
| 70808 | 12 | 4.29 | 3 | |
| 70807 | 16 | 4.18 | 3 | |
| 70806 | 36 | 4.13 | 11 | |
| 70816 | 11 | 4.12 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Baton Rouge (8–446 children)
Small
up to 30 children
33
Medium
31–75 children
80
Large
76–150 children
49
Very Large
150+ children
22
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Baton Rouge based on parent reviews
Donna'S Guardian Angel Daycare And Learning Center
5557 Halsey Street, Baton Rouge, LA
Parents consistently praise Donna's Guardian Angel Daycare for its caring, family-like environment and trustworthy staff led by owner Mrs. Linda. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety focus, and individualized attention to children, with many families using it as a long-term childcare partner. Staff retention is exceptionally high, with several employees having worked there 10+ years.
Alphabet Soup Learning Center
15025 Old Jefferson, Baton Rouge, LA
Alphabet Soup Learning Center receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong child development, smooth daily operations, and a welcoming sense of community. The owner Bobbi and her team are noted for their genuine care, regular communication with families, and commitment to each child's wellbeing.
Nursery Rhyme, INC.
3590 Jones Creek Road, Baton Rouge, LA
Nursery Rhyme, Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are well-cared for, respected, and learning significantly. Parents frequently mention the caring and dedicated staff, particularly noting teachers Laura and Judy by name. Many families have multi-year enrollments and some represent multi-generational attendance.
University Baptist Church Child Development Center
203 Leeward Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
Parents praise the facility's beautiful and safe campus with friendly, welcoming staff and congregation. The center is described as a warm, inclusive, and loving environment located in a residential area near LSU.
Elm Grove Baptist Church Child Development Center
1069 North Thirty-Eighth Street, Baton Rouge, LA
Reviews are primarily about the church facility rather than the daycare center specifically. The one relevant comment mentions positive childhood daycare experience. Overall, the facility receives praise for its welcoming community and religious services.
Rhema Christian Learning Center
7850 Plank Road, Baton Rouge, LA
Parents consistently praise RHEMA Christian Learning Center for its caring, qualified staff and positive learning environment. The facility is commended for combining academic instruction with Christian values, foreign language education, and affordable pricing. Parents report their children are excited to attend and experience measurable academic growth.
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Daycare Centers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Baton Rouge offers a diverse landscape of childcare options, ranging from independent centers to established head start programs, catering to various family needs and schedules. Parents consistently highlight the importance of a clean environment and staff who are both friendly and attentive to children's well-being. The directory highlights specific neighborhoods, such as the 70812 zip code, where facilities maintain exceptional standards based on community feedback.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Baton Rouge have an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 across 111 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 693 parent reviews. Parents in Baton Rouge most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, friendly staff, and caring and attentive staff.
When choosing a daycare in Baton Rouge, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Feedback for Little Land Children's Learning Workshop is divided between parents who praise the loving staff and safe environment, and those who report serious issues regarding billing practices, unprofessional behavior, and child safety. While some families highlight the director and teachers as friendly and patient, others describe encounters with staff who were disrespectful or aggressive when questioned about injuries.
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- 9212 Greenwell Springs Road, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
- Quality
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- 8304 O'Hara Court, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
New Dawn Daycare receives mixed reviews with significant safety concerns. While some parents praise the large classrooms and no-TV policy, multiple parents report serious issues including physical injuries, bites, head lice infestations, and alleged abusive treatment of children.
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- 6827 Renoir Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent describes the staff as friendly and loving, while another offers a brief positive endorsement. Conversely, a single review provides a lukewarm assessment, describing the experience merely as 'Ok'.
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- 1666 77th Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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Family Matters Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with 9 out of 10 reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, daily communication via app updates, and developmental progress of their children. However, one parent reported serious concerns about inadequate bathroom supervision during potty training, lost clothing items, inflexible drop-off policies, and staff turnover.
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- 555 East Airport, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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Courtney's Christian Child Care Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family-like environment, and quality learning opportunities, but a minority report unprofessional behavior from ownership and billing concerns.
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- 3054 Evangeline Street, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Richardson Day Care has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise hands-on staff, strong parent communication, special needs accommodation, and Spanish language learning. Negative reviews report serious concerns including neglectful childcare practices, failure to pick up children, lack of communication with parents, and staff dishonesty.
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- 14885 Old Hammond Highway, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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Catholic Community Services in Baton Rouge is a religious charitable organization that receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise their helpfulness and kindness, noting they assist people of all faiths. However, multiple negative reviews cite consistent issues with rental and utility assistance programs, including closed application lists, staff unavailability, documentation requirements, and lack of funding.
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- 1900 South Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
A Lil' One's Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, particularly highlighting individual teachers who build strong relationships with children. The center is noted for helping children feel safe, learn developmental skills, and prepare for kindergarten.
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- 4970 Stumberg Lane, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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Baton Rouge Christian Academy receives mixed reviews with significant quality and service concerns. While some parents praise the facility's environment and staff control, multiple reviewers report hidden fees, poor communication, staff conduct issues, and inadequate childcare practices.
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- 2432 Monroe Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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Children's World Developmental and Learning Center has mixed reviews. While some parents praise the patience of staff and quality of care, multiple parents report serious concerns about inadequate staffing ratios, lack of educational programming, uncertified teachers, poor facility conditions, and unprofessional staff conduct.
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- 1384 Swan Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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One parent describes their experience at this religious facility as merely okay after living there for a month. The limited feedback provided does not highlight specific strengths or weaknesses of the childcare program.
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- 16441 South Harrells Ferry Road, # 67, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent describes their experience at the facility as merely okay after living in the area for a month. The feedback is limited and does not provide detailed insights into the childcare quality.
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- 6630 Siegen Lane, Building #67, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent reports a comfortable and welcoming infant program with attentive care, while another describes a negative experience involving the exclusion of ABA services and the use of high chairs with tablets for a non-napping autistic child. A third review highlights a toddler environment where parents felt targeted by staff behavior, leading to their withdrawal from the facility.
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- 9715 Lawndale Dr, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent describes an excellent experience with the organization's work, while another reports a frustrating administrative failure involving a missed appointment and being ignored by staff upon arrival. The limited feedback highlights a stark contrast between positive outcomes and poor operational responsiveness.
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- 3940 Prescott Road, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent describes a frustrating experience involving a missed appointment and being ignored by staff after waiting for an hour. Another review offers high praise for the work done at the facility.
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- 3940 Prescott Road, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 505 Camelia Street, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent reports that the center discourages active, crying, or special needs children and frequently requests early pickups for normal toileting incidents. The reviewer also alleges that staff denied parent access, manipulated a toddler's behavior on camera, and breached confidentiality by contacting the previous daycare.
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- 3086 North Foster Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 5455 Longfellow Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 821 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent reports a negative experience involving rude and unprofessional staff, noting that they arrived early for an appointment only to have their time wasted. The reviewer also expresses doubt that their complaint was handled appropriately.
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- 3180 Convention Street, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 2157 Seventy-Third Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 3250 Lone Oak Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 1700 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- School Of Human Ecology, 107 Tower Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 861 Main Street, Building 2, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent reports a frustrating experience with unorganized case management, misplaced documents, and poor communication from staff, leading to significant delays in assistance. Another review describes a hostile interaction with a phone responder who was rude, argumentative, and unhelpful to a homeless family seeking resources.
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- 1945 Carolyn Sue Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 7055 Glen Oaks Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 190 Ellwood Street, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 6012 North Foster Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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